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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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